About this session

Welcome to CxO Connection - an exclusive invite-only gathering for meaningful exchange among top cross industry leaders in the region. For our debut edition in Manchester, we have carefully curated an intimate experience where insight and conversation unfold course by course, and featuring our speaker, Carrie Swift.

Carrie Swift is a communication skills expert, coach and conference speaker trusted by Fortune 100 business leaders at companies like Google, Meta, and Airbus. A former BBC broadcaster and founder of Fearless, she uses her skills to help prepare entrepreneurs for their pitch opportunity on Dragon's Den and coaches C-suite executives across the globe. Through a series of focused, interactive sessions woven throughout the dinner, Carrie will work with you - not just talk at you - exploring:

• Building Executive Presence - How to project authority and credibility authentically
• Developing Gravitas - The art of being heard, remembered and respected
• Speaking with Impact - Practical techniques to inspire action and command the room

You'll leave with practical tools you can apply immediately to your next board presentation, stakeholder conversation, or high-stakes moment.

At the heart of CxO Connection is the belief that true leadership growth happens in trusted company. This is more than networking - it's about growing alongside peers who push you to reflect, rethink, and lead better. Secure your seat now for an unforgettable evening.

LOGISTICS

Parking:

The hotel does not have an onsite car park, however there is an NCP car park located next door.
The closest option is NCP Manchester Great Northern, which is just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel.

A discount code for parking can be collected from the reception team on the ground floor. Please note that the code only works at the ticket machine on the day of parking and cannot be applied to pre-booked parking stays.

Public Transport:

The hotel is located directly next to Deansgate-Castlefield tram stop, offering convenient connections across Manchester.

The nearest train station is Deansgate railway station, which is within a short walking distance.

Arrival Information:

The event is taking place in Cloud 23, the sky bar located on the 23rd floor of the hotel.

You can access the venue via the dedicated Cloud 23 lift located in reception.